Recall 19V171000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Report Date
20190305
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Affected Vehicles
2 models

Defect Description

Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2019 Western Star 4700 and 4900 trucks. The vehicles are accumulating distance in kilometers, but the odometer display is labeled as being miles. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."

Safety Consequence

The odometer failing to register the correct distance travelled could cause driver confusion, as well as possible incorrect assumptions about driver speed. An incorrect speed assumption may increase the risk of crash.

Remedy

DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the speedometer, free of charge. The recall began April 29, 2019. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-812.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2019 WESTERN STAR 4700
2019 WESTERN STAR 4900

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.